English Language and Literature, General

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About English Language and Literature, General

A general program that focuses on the English language, including its history, structure and related communications skills; and the literature and culture of English-speaking peoples.

Of the 42 English Language and Literature, General degrees granted each year at the Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years level, 62% percent are awarded to women and the other 38% percent are men. Did you know that Texas has more students being awarded a degree in English Language and Literature, General than any other state in the US? In fact, Texas awarded 41 degrees last year! The average starting salary for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in English Language and Literature, General is $40,400.

Popularity of English Language and Literature, General Degrees in the U.S.
This heat map represents the states that have the highest percent of English Language and Literature, General degrees compared to all other degrees awarded in that state.
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Careers

The highest paying job for English Language and Literature, General majors is Proofreaders and Copy Markers. But, another thing to think about is how many job openings there currently is. A job that is in high need that a degree in English Language and Literature, General can prepare you for is Proofreaders and Copy Markers.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for English Language and Literature, General majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for English Language and Literature, General majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
42
Female Students
26 (61%)
Male Students
16 (38%)
White (30, 71%)
Hispanic or Latino (7, 17%)
Two or more races (3, 7%)
Black or African American (2, 5%)
Asian (0, <1%)
American Indian or Alaska Native (0, <1%)
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander (0, <1%)
U.S. Nonresident (0, <1%)
Race/ethnicity unknown (0, <1%)

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